June 18, 1812
The War of 1812 began. Nathan Boone and others formed military units and tension built between American Indians and European whites.
This post was contributed by Ross Malone. A historian and a retired school teacher, Ross has authored many books about Missouri’s history, weird facts, and folk tales. He has also written children’s historical fiction. Visit his website, and buy his books in the Missouri Life store.
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